Ivory Joe Hunter

Ivory Joe Hunter (October 10, 1914 – November 8, 1974) was an American rhythm-and-blues singer, songwriter, and pianist. After a series of hits on the US R&B chart starting in the mid-1940s, he became more widely known for his hit recording "Since I Met You Baby" (1956). He was billed as The Baron of the Boogie, and also known as The Happiest Man Alive. His musical output ranged from R&B to blues, boogie-woogie, and country music, and Hunter made a name in all of those genres. Uniquely, he was honored at both the Monterey Jazz Festival and the Grand Ole Opry.

This article is about the R&B musician. For the Motown musician, see Joe Hunter (musician). For the Motown songwriter/producer, see Ivy Jo Hunter.

Ivory Joe Hunter
Background information
Also known asThe Baron of the Boogie
The Happiest Man Alive
Born(1914-10-10)October 10, 1914
Kirbyville, Texas, United States
DiedNovember 8, 1974(1974-11-08) (aged 60)
Memphis, Tennessee, United States
GenresR&B, blues, boogie-woogie, country
OccupationsSinger-songwriter
InstrumentsPiano, vocals
Years active1933–1974
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